3 Catholic RepresentativesSenior priest in region trains CRsUnit is responsible for providing suppliesDepending on METT-T, region priest designates when a CR may conduct MassBattalion chaplain coordinates with Catholic chaplain for time and location of Mass

5 Privileged CommunicationsSoldier wants to discuss personal matters with a UMT member as part of a private meetingRead DA Form 3881, “Rights Warning Procedure,” if interview is part of an investigation (e.g. soldier filed for “Conscientious Objector” status)UMT member notifies soldier of confidentiality restraints and limitsReferences:AR 165-1ARMilitary Rules of Evidence 503UMT member determines if statement is “Privileged” or “Sensitive”Privileged communications (such as confessions) are protected from disclosure and shall not be disclosed without the permission (in writing preferred) of the soldier or unless a judge determines no privilege existsSensitive communications (those not appropriate for general dissemination) are not protected from disclosure but should not be disclosed without the permission (in writing preferred) of the soldierRefusal to disclose where a legal obligation exists to do so may result in punitive action against the UMT member

6 Religious AccommodationRequest for accommodation written, submitted to commanderCommander must respond in writing within 10 daysChaplain interview & advice to CommandOther resource:RELIGIOUS REQUIREMENTS AND PRACTICESOf Certain Selected GroupsA HANDBOOK FORCHAPLAINS AND COMMANDERS2002 Edition--or--Claims examined according to regulations: Medical, Dietary: AR ; Appearance: AR 670-1; Worship: AR 165-1Approval, in writingDisapproval, in writingCommander must begin implementation of accommodation or change in duty statusAppeal through chain of command, to include MACOM, Deputy Chief of Staff (Washington), reconsideration by commanderRequest Reassignment, Reclassification, SeparationChaplain interview (basis and sincerity of claim)Approval, in writingLegal ReviewDisapproval, in writingSoldier may seek redress under Article 138, UCMJ, or petition the ABCMR for correction of appropriate records

11 Battle Tracking Enemy Friendlies Tracking the BattleRate and order of march(More for High Intensity Conflict)What enemy has doneWhat(Important for SOSO)Monitor TOC Situation MapWhat we have doneHowPattern AnalysisRead TOC Status BoardsS-3Situational AwarenessWhat we are doingMonitor Radio (A&L Net)SpiesS-2Update UMT’s Tactical MapWhat enemy is doingPatrolsWhat we will doWhat enemy will doMETT-T

12 Tactical MovementMake reservation with Battle Captain for seat(s) on a patrol the day of movementThere may be two patrols involved, one that drops the UMT off, and one that picks it upConfirm at least the day beforeInform BDE Chaplain of plansInfo includes battle roster number, serial numbers of sensitive items taken on the trip (weapon, night vision goggles). Often, you only have to do this once. The patrol leader should keep it in his book.Give patrol leader trip ticket infoMake sure to bring “Battle Rattle” and pack containing ministry items and foodReport at least forty minutes before SPKeep a written log of what is happeningRemind the crew in the truck how you will react to contactRehearse reaction to contact with the crewWatch for IEDs, snipers, wires on the roadReact to contactReport safe arrival back to FOB

14 React to Contact While in ConvoySmall ArmsExplosionSerious?Injuries?NoYesUMT stays in the truck unless the injury is life threatening or serious enough to require evacuation. Chaplain should ask for cover so he can minister to the wounded at the casualty collection point at the sceneYesNoStay in truckDo ministry based on severity. Assistant stands guardDo not dismount unless the vehicle is disabled, or on fireLog the incident to the best of your remembrance

16 MEDEVAC LINE 1: Location (6 Digit Grid) of Pick UpLINE 2: Your Radio Frequency, Call Sign, and SuffixLINE 3: Number of Patients by Precedence1-Urgent 2-Priority 3-RoutineLINE 4: Special Equipment Required (i.e. Jungle Penetrater, Hoist)LINE 5: Number of Patients by type (Litter / Ambulatory)LINE 6: Number and type of wounded, injury, or illnessLINE 7: Method of Marking Pick UP Site (Red Smoke, VS – 17 Panel)LINE 8: Patient’s Nationality and Status: (Military / Civilian)LINE 9: Terrain DescriptionWhen Air to Ground Communications are established, the pilot will require additional information from the unit calling for the MEDEVAC:Size of LZObstacles Present (Natural and Man Made)Wind Direction and Approximate VelocitySlope of TerrainRADIO CONTACT MUST BE MAINTAINED WITH THE DUSTOFF AIRCRAFT AT ALL TIMES DURING THE MEDEVAC MISSION

17 BN S1 or Staff Duty UMT notifies the Chaplain of a Red Cross message.Red Cross MessagesMessageNOTE: If unit is at MOB Sta. and a Red Cross message comes in, it should be communicated to MOB sta. BGE. first then MOB sta. will notify soldiers unit.BN S1 or Staff Duty UMT notifies the Chaplain of a Red Cross message.If the soldier has not received the message, the Chaplain will not deliver it. The Chaplain will be there to support the soldier, but the commander or the first sergeant will deliver the message.The Chaplain will assist the Battalion or Unit Commander (or First Sergeant) with the notification process.The Chaplain or Chaplain Assistant will follow up on the soldier as needed

18 Chaplain Notification CriteriaGeneral PrinciplesIf something bad happens to a soldier and you need toinform the Commander, then alsoinform the Chaplain, at the same time, or ASAPIf a soldier gets a Red Cross message, then alsoinform the Chaplain ASAPIf you are going to wake up the soldier to give him the message, wake up the Chaplain alsoIf you are going to the CSH to visit a soldier, please invite the Chaplain to go along.Chaplain Ferris: Room ?????Chapel: ??????

22 Traumatic Event DebriefingMovement:CognitiveIntroductionRe-entryNormalize symptoms (describe physiology of stress reactions)Describe good coping behaviorTeam membersRulesGoalsQuestions?New Issues?Look to the futureFact PhaseTeaching PhaseWho are you?What happened?Where were you?What was your job?When did this happened?Thought PhaseSymptoms Phase“Worst thing about this was:”“What would you change?”“How has this affected you?”(eating, sleeping, etc.)“Describe symptoms now or at the scene”Omit if LOD deathProminent thoughtsRecurring imagesOmit if LOD deathAffectiveReaction PhaseTEM

24 Group Grief InterventionDescribe the Grief ProcessDenialAngerBargainingDepression(Guilt)AcceptanceDiscuss Coping with GriefHealthy MethodsUnhealthy MethodsGive Structure to RememberingReaction: describe impact of the lossAction: tell storiesCollect letters of memories to send to familyName something (a room, building) in honor of the personPrepare a plaque with his picture and biography to hang in the orderly room or some other place of honorSubmit to the battalion historian a packet of brief tributes or stories about the personPlan MemorialSleepSimplifySocial supportStress reductionSillinessTeach Self CareTEM

26 Base Attacked/Incoming CasualtiesASAPReport to S1, Battle Captaincall Chapelmonitor radioPAD?Attack on FOB or incoming casualtiesNoYesReport to unit BAS/TMCThe attack could be a rocket or a mortar landing within earshot, but especially on the PADS1 phone:xxxxxxChapel phone: xxxxxxNeeded?YesNoReport to ChapelDeploy?YesUMT Casualty CareNeeded elsewhere on the FOB?Defuse MedicsNoInitiate TEM for units involvedEnd

28 Unit UMT Casualty CareUMT responds to BAS/FAS/TMC for incoming woundedTriage Priority of Care:Expectant (low chance of survival)Immediate (high chance of survival with proper intervention)Delayed (needs surgery, but can tolerate delay)Minimal (minor injuries, RTD after treatment)Concentrate on victims in outside holding areasHave Assistant monitor for new ArrivalsChaplainSacramental, medical, comfortChaplain AssistantMedical, comfortName, rank, unit, nature of religious ministry, last wordsFill out DA 1156 for each soldierOrFill out info on a blank card to give to the S-1For Delayed, Minimal, do “Ministry to Wounded Soldier”For expectant, do “Ministry to Dying Soldier”If deaths occur, then do “Death of a Soldier”

29 Ministry to Wounded SoldiersUMT receives notice of wounded soldiersUMT responds to BASRedeploy to FAS?See BAS OperationsPriority of CareExpectant (low chance of survival)Immediate (high chance of survival with proper intervention)Delayed (needs surgery, but can tolerate delay)Minimal (minor injuries, RTD after treatment)UMT fills out “Remarks” block of DA form 1156, Casualty Feeder Report, which ends up with the S1, or write it on a card with t soldier’s name, and submit it to S-1 later.Try also putting the info on the DA 1380 that goes with the patient.UMT should stay out of exam and treatment area unless there is room near a patient waiting or need for their helpPriority of MinistrySacramental, medical, comfortUMT initiates TEM for unit affected and medicsCoordinate with Combat and Operational Stress Control TeamUMT notifies BDE UMT of eventUMT Casualty Care

30 Ministry to Dying SoldiersMake every effort to find a chaplain of the dying soldier’s faith.Prayers, when a chaplain of the soldier’s faith is unavailable, may be offered by anyone, including: chaplain assistant, commanding officer, platoon leader, or another soldier in order to comfort the dying soldier.UMT should stay out of exam and treatment area unless there is room near a patient waiting for treatment or need for their helpUMT is alerted to incoming woundedPrayers, Last Requests:CatholicHail MaryAct of ContritionSign of the CrossUMT reports to where wounded are collectedPrayers, Last Requests:ProtestantThe Lord’s PrayerThe Apostle’s CreedPrayer for the Sick and WoundedPrayers, Last Requests:JewishThe ShemaThe Confession Of The Critically IllThe 23rd PsalmUMT performs ministry to expectant category before othersPrayers, Last Requests:MoslemThe ShahadaPrayers for the DyingUMT fills out “Remarks” block of DA form 1156, Casualty Feeder Report, which ends up with the S1, or write it on a card with t soldier’s name, and submit it to S-1 later.Try also putting the info on the DA 1380 that goes with the patient.UMT initiates TEM for unit affected and medicsEmergency Baptisms: Respect the different forms of baptism and the desires of the person being baptized.UMT notifies BDE UMT of eventUMT Casualty Care

31 Death of a Soldier or DoD CivilianInitiate TEM for personnel involvedCoordinate with Combat and Operational Stress Control TeamNotify BDE UMT of eventNotify Combat Stress Team(If needed)Letter of Sympathy:Includes circumstances, facts, and chronology of the death designed to answer questions about how the soldier died.Prepare a recommended letter from commanderLetter of Condolence:Does not include circumstances surrounding death of soldier. This format is used when the NOK is well informed of what happened.Prepare a letter of condolence from UMTPrepare for Field Memorial Ceremonies

32 Field Memorial CeremonyUpon verification of death of soldier, Battalion Commander convenes a planning cellS-1, CSM, company commander, chaplain (minimum). May also include 1SG, platoon SGT/LeaderDuring planning cell, BN Commander determines nature of honors, locations, timing, back planning, taskings, responsibilitiesFollow “Responsibilities Checklist,” a troop to task matrixCommand handles logistics, provides data for use in bulletin production, manages rehearsals, provides firing squad and bugler, approves bulletin no later than a day priorUnit Ministry Team handles ceremony (order of service, bulletin, messages, music)PAO manages media support and controlSee “Field Memorial Ceremonies (UMT Role)”Rehearsals are held the day before and the day of the ceremony, directed by CSMBattalion CSM inspects displays, uniforms, colors at least half hour before ceremonyBoots, helmet, rifle display, as well as Taps, and firing squad are standard. Last Roll Call is optionalCeremony is held at a time and place determined by Command

34 Field Memorial Ceremonies (UMT Role)Memorial ceremonies are a command responsibility. The UMT has a role in, but not responsibility for, the planning of the ceremonies. All duties not spelled out in this SOP are the responsibility of command. A memorial Ceremony is a military function. Content should be patriotic, non-sectarian.Chaplain serves on Battalion Commander’s ceremony planning cellUMT notifies BDE UMTThis includes any higher echelon SOPsUMT provides “Ministry of Presence” among troops affectedUMT prepares the Memorial Ceremony service bulletin with command approvalChaplain must read and approve all soldier tributesUMT manages music (except TAPS), remarks made by participantsSee “Field Memorial Ceremony Program”UMT coordinates scheduling, location, rehearsals with commandBoots, helmet, rifle display,UMT coordinates with PAO media support and controlCoordinates with chapel staff for use of chapelas well as Taps, and firing squad are standard. Last Roll Call is optionalConduct Service according to RB , FM 22-5,TC 16-2Field Memorial Ceremony

35 Field Memorial Ceremony ProgramARCENT SOPPreludeNational AnthemInvocation (Stand)Special MusicCommander’s RemarksMemorial Tribute(Biographical Sketch/Service Record/Silent Tribute)Personal Reflections from a friendScripture ReadingChaplain’s RemarksBenediction (Stand till official party leaves)Last Roll CallFiring of VolleysTapsPostlude(Items in Red are required)(Items in Black are optional)More than one commander may speak or tribute may be given, but less time for each results.Ceremonial etiquetteUniform: ACUChaplain’s stole: NoNews Media: NoVideo taping: Unit only, for familyRehearsal: day before minimumChaplain’s message: patriotic, non-sectarian, religiously neutralTributes, remarks: Brief, screened by chaplain 48 hours before ceremonyAssembly area: plain, no religious decorationsBulletin: may include biographical dataIf ceremony is for multiple casualties, names may be listed by unit in place of biographical data.The more activities or people involved, the less time for each. Time is limited to no more than ½ hour.See “Memorial Ceremony Speeches” for guidance and ideasField Memorial Ceremony

36 Memorial Ceremony SpeechesIntroduce Self: Rank, position, connection to soldier(s)Figure 140 words per minute(Five minute speech =700 words max!)Commander’s Address, talking pointsPatriotic tribute:SacrificeLoyaltyMissionBenefits of sacrificePersonal reflections on death in battle (for instance: necessity of sacrifice to stem the tide of evil, role of military in providing safety and security for those back home)Honor the memory of the fallenPersonal Reflections (Be brief, limit the number of remembrances)Some ideasDescribe impact of soldier on speaker, unitTalk about the courage, integrity, honor, responsibility, or loyalty of the soldierEXAMPLE; “I am LTC Al Morris, BN Commander for 3-157th FA. SGT Mike Brown belonged to A BTY, attached to the TF for this mission”Memorandum for : _____________________Commander’s Address. Sir, you have a time limit of _______ minutes.Memorial Tributes and Personal Reflections. For every minute you have been given to speak, use no more than 140 words.A five minute speech will have no more than 700 words.A four minute speech will have no more than 560 words.A three minute speech will have no more than 420 words.A two minute speech will have no more than 280 Words.It is important to stick to the time limit.Your speech may last up to _____ minutes.You must bring what you plan to say to Chaplain Lucas before the ceremony for his approval. The suspense for you is _______________________. Please do not be late, or your place in the program may be skipped.For the CommanderJames Lucas, Chaplain (Major)Battalion Chaplain InfantryField Memorial Ceremony

37 Top Frontal View Make sure you run seating chart through protocolSeats forParticipantsAltar(w/bible and candles)U.S. ColorsChapel ColorsKevlar/WeaponDisplayPulpitLecternIf unit also desires that Unit Colors bedisplayed, consult protocol or unitCSM.Command GroupBDE/BN CDR/CSMCompanyMake sure you run seating chart through protocolField Memorial Ceremony

39 Memorial ServicesMemorial services are religious services with voluntary attendance. The chaplain should represent the faith group of the deceased and should consult with the family of the deceased, if possible, for service plans.UMT notified of soldier’s deathUMT contacts family to learn family desires and faith traditionUMT provides “Ministry of Presence” among troops affectedBoots, helmet, rifle display, as well as Taps, and firing squad are standard. Last Roll Call is optionalUMT prepares for the Memorial serviceManages scheduling, location, rehearsalsProvides order of service, bulletinCoordinates with chapel, Commander and S1See “Sample Memorial Service”Command provides logistical support: data for use in bulletin production, firing squad and buglerUMT conducts Service according to RB , FM 22-5,TC 16-2

40 Sample Memorial ServiceService ElementsInvocationEulogyHymnScripturePrayerTributesMeditationLast Roll CallFiring of Volleys (at attention)Taps (present arms)Elements are traditional. They may be changed to reflect individual faith group of family.EtiquetteUniform: DressStole: YesNews Media: If family permitsVideo taping: If family permitsChaplain’s message: faith based, consistent with deceased or family’s faith groupChapel: full religious decorationBulletin: may include biographical dataLiturgy: may follow faith group tradition